Crossword Solver (Pattern Search)
Find crossword answers from a letter pattern — like c?t or s__r_ — with an optional set of letters the answer must or must not contain.
How to use
- 1Type the pattern with ? or _ for unknown letters (e.g. s__r_).
- 2Add letters that must appear or must be excluded to narrow it down.
How it's calculated
Each word in the 275,000-word list is matched against the pattern length and fixed letters, then filtered by the required and excluded letters.
Frequently asked questions
Can it read the clue?
No — it finds words that fit the letters you know. Think of the clue's meaning, then pick from the matches.
Does it include phrases?
No, single words only. For multi-word answers, solve each word's pattern separately.
Why so many results?
Short patterns with few known letters match many words. Add crossing letters as you solve other clues.